Composa (en. Composed)
/kɔ̃.pɔ.za/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Musical composition, generally complex, bringing together various elements.
Beethoven's composition is a masterpiece of classical music.
La composé de Beethoven est un chef-d'œuvre de la musique classique.
Literary work formed by combining different sources.
His latest book is a composition of autobiographical stories and fiction.
Son dernier livre est une compos de récits autobiographiques et de fiction.
verb
The action of composing or organizing elements to create a work.
He composed a symphony that was praised by critics.
Il composa une symphonie qui fut saluée par la critique.
To create by assembling various components.
She composed a beautiful bouquet of flowers.
Elle composa un magnifique bouquet de fleurs.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'composer', from the Latin 'componere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
original composition
Work created without external inspiration.
composition originale
to make a composition
To create a work, often in a school or artistic context.
faire une composition
in a beautiful composition
Used to describe a well-organized work.
dans une belle composition
Related Words
composer
A person who composes music.
compositeur
composition
The ensemble of elements forming a work.
composition
composed
Formed by the assembly of several elements.
composé
Slang Meanings
A mixture of various elements in a work.
This film is a composition of different cinematic influences.
Ce film est une compos de différentes influences cinématographiques.
Sometimes used to refer to a disguised plagiarism.
It was said that his album was a composition of several artists.
On a dit que son album était une compos de plusieurs artistes.